Pandaw - The Golden Land 11D/10N

Pandaw river expeditions

The Pandaw ships originate from the Irrawaddy Flotilla Company, which had a fleet of over 650 steamers, all destroyed in 1942 during World War II. The first Pandaw ship, a restored steamer, was revived in 1995. With over 16 years’ experience in cruising, Pandaw is the largest river cruise company in Asia, with 10 luxury ships all designed as replicas of the colonial river steamers. Pandaw offers its passengers an adventurous experience with daily shore excursions and immense comfort on board through fine dining and outstanding service.

The Pandaw II, Katha Pandaw and Sagaing Pandaw are used on The Golden Land. The Pandaw II, Katha Pandaw and Sagaing Pandaw can take from 32 to 60 passengers, with a ratio of one staff member to every two guests.

IRRAWADDY RIVER

One of the best ways to see Myanmar is to travel along the Irrawaddy River in the comfort of a Pandaw ship. The river flows from the north to the south of Myanmar, ending in the Andaman Sea. It is the lifeline of the country, forming a system of transportation, irrigation and rich fishing grounds. Along the river you will witness life away from the main tourist track, giving you an insight to the lives of the local people.

PANDAW STATE ROOM

One of the prime features of the Pandaw ships are the state rooms, which are the same on board each ship. The main and upper decks feature very spacious 15.6sq m cabins, all with private facilities. All cabins have air conditioning, a mini safe, storage space for your luggage, a wardrobe, writing desk and amenities such as a hairdryer and slippers. The cabins do not have minibars, internet, TVs or phones. All main and upper deck cabins have their own deck space outside the cabin.

BAR AND DINING

The Pandaw ships offer a great choice of local cuisine with breakfast served as buffet-style and lunch and dinner served a la carte (your choice from a set menu). Water is provided with all meals as well as complimentary local soft drinks, beers and some spirits, depending on availability. Tea and coffee is also complimentary and available from 6am throughout the day on the Sun Deck. Local mineral water is provided daily in your cabin.

EXCURSIONS AND DAILY SCHEDULES

Pandaw offers daily group excursions ashore to visit the main sites and cultural attractions of the area, as well as remote villages and communities along the way. Your itinerary will list the main stops of your river expedition, however, these depend on the river conditions and other local factors. A detailed daily schedule will be posted on the ship’s notice board. When the ship is moored, passengers are welcome to come and go as they wish.